MEP Material Engineer

Job Summary The MEP Material Engineer II is responsible for the technical selection, evaluation, approval, and compliance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing materials used on the project. The role ensures that all materials comply with project specifications, approved drawings, applicable international and local authority requirements, and consultant standards. The position also coordinates material testing, manages technical submittals, maintains material tracking schedules, supports value-engineering initiatives, and ensures that all required documentation is complete and available throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
• Review project specifications, approved drawings, schedules, and client requirements to identify applicable MEP material standards and technical parameters.
• Select and recommend suitable MEP materials that comply with project specifications, local authority regulations, and relevant international codes.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate material submittals for consultant, client, and statutory authority approval.
• Ensure that all submitted materials meet the required quality, performance, durability, compatibility, and engineering criteria.
• Verify the availability and technical suitability of materials from local and international suppliers.
• Maintain an organized library of project specifications, material requirements, approved products, technical data, and applicable codes for easy reference.
• Ensure that all materials are approved before procurement, delivery, and installation. Material Testing and Certification
• Coordinate and oversee all site-based MEP material testing in accordance with the approved inspection and test plans, project specifications, and applicable codes.
• Ensure that testing is conducted by approved laboratories and qualified personnel.
• Review test reports, certificates of conformity, manufacturer certificates, warranties, calibration certificates, and other supporting documentation.
• Verify that all material test certificates are accurate, valid, traceable, and available for inspection at all times.
• Monitor the inspection, delivery, storage, handling, and installation requirements for MEP materials.
• Identify and report non-compliant materials and coordinate the necessary corrective actions. Technical Submittals and Documentation
• Prepare and maintain detailed material submittal, approval, procurement, delivery, inspection, testing, and close-out tracking schedules.
• Ensure that all technical submittals include the correct engineering parameters, technical data, compliance statements, samples, catalogues, and certifications.
• Coordinate technical submissions with procurement, construction, quality, design, and project management teams.
• Maintain an up-to-date register of material approvals, comments, revisions, resubmissions, and pending actions.
• Ensure that required technical documentation for project close-out is prepared progressively and submitted in advance.
• Support the preparation and review of MEP shop drawings, coordination drawings, installation details, and as-built drawings.
• Ensure that approved material information is accurately reflected in shop drawings and as-built documentation. Value Engineering and Material Alternatives
• Review project material and technical requirements to identify value-engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate alternative materials and systems based on technical compliance, lifecycle cost, performance, availability, maintainability, and programme requirements.
• Prepare comparison matrices identifying compliant material options, technical differences, advantages, limitations, costs, and availability.
• Submit proposed alternatives for review and approval without compromising quality, safety, performance, or contractual requirements.
• Research new MEP products, technologies, and working methods that may improve project efficiency and reduce costs. Reporting and Coordination
• Prepare detailed weekly reports covering the status of material submittals, approvals, procurement, testing, inspections, deliveries, technical issues, and potential delays.
• Highlight areas of concern, overdue actions, risks, and required management decisions.
• Coordinate with consultants, authorities, suppliers, manufacturers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Provide technical support to construction and quality-control teams regarding material compliance and installation requirements.
• Participate in technical meetings, material inspections, supplier evaluations, and coordination meetings.
• Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with company procedures, project requirements, health and safety standards, and quality-management systems. Principal Accountabilities
• Ensure compliance of all MEP materials with project specifications, approved drawings, contract requirements, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that accurate and valid material test certificates and technical documentation are available throughout the project.
• Coordinate and oversee all required MEP material testing in accordance with the approved programme, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Maintain complete and accurate material tracking schedules and approval registers.
• Ensure that all technical submittals are submitted correctly and approved in a timely manner.
• Support the timely preparation of project close-out documentation, including material records, warranties, certificates, test reports, and as-built information. Required Knowledge and Skills
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing materials, equipment, and associated installation requirements.
• Good understanding of local authority requirements and international MEP standards and codes.
• Knowledge of material engineering principles, product performance, compatibility, and engineering parameters.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing technical material submittals and compliance documents.
• Knowledge of material testing procedures, inspection requirements, and certification processes.
• Strong understanding of material availability in local and international markets.
• Ability to prepare and maintain technical tracking schedules, registers, and compliance matrices.
• Ability to evaluate alternative materials and support value-engineering proposals.
• Good understanding of MEP shop drawings, coordination drawings, and as-built documentation.
• Strong communication, coordination, analytical, and reporting skills.
• ERP knowledge, preferably SAP functional skills, is desirable. Minimum Experience
• Total

experience:
9 years
• Relevant experience in the position: 3 years
• GCC

experience:
2 years Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree Engineering Mechanical, Electrical
• Relevant professional certifications in MEP, quality control, materials engineering, or project management are advantageous.
• Experience working on major construction, infrastructure, commercial, residential, or industrial projects is preferred.